Calloway Smith Middle School ranked #1061 in Alabama in 2023, showing a decline from #799 in 2017 and remaining in the bottom 50% of state schools overall.
Math proficiency was 11% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, with a decline from 76% proficiency in 2013; reading proficiency was 25%, also lower than the state average of 47%.
Minority enrollment was 98% in 2023, predominantly Black students at 95%, with consistent high eligibility for free lunch at 92%, indicating substantial socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 6–8 with an enrollment of 340 students and had a student–teacher ratio of 15:1 in 2023, which is among the lowest ratios in Alabama (top 5%).
Graduation rates improved to 86% in 2023 but remained slightly below the state average of 88% that year for this Mobile County, Alabama middle school.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in AL
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calloway Smith Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Alabama for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Calloway Smith Middle School's student population of 340 students has declined by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
340 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Calloway Smith Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calloway Smith Middle School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1061 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
11%
Black
95%
32%
White
2%
51%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
56%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calloway Smith Middle School's ranking?
Calloway Smith Middle School is ranked #1061 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
How many students attend Calloway Smith Middle School?
340 students attend Calloway Smith Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Calloway Smith Middle School students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Calloway Smith Middle School?
Calloway Smith Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Calloway Smith Middle School offer ?
Calloway Smith Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Calloway Smith Middle School part of?
Calloway Smith Middle School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Calloway Smith Middle School located?
Calloway Smith Middle School is located in the Central Business District neighborhood of Mobile, AL. There are 2 other public schools located in Central Business District.
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